Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats

Celebrate spring with these easy Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats. A nearly 1:1 cereal to marshmallow ratio makes them extra gooey.

Matt’s favorite cereal is Lucky Charms. He lived on it when he was a bachelor in college. Cereal 3 meals a day! These days we reserve it for vacation and special occasions (getting old stinks).

Sometimes when I’m craving rice krispie treats, I make Matt happy by making these Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats instead.

If you like Lucky Charms, try our Lucky Charms French Toast!

❤️ Why you’ll love this recipe:

• Ready in about 15 minutes.
• Colorful for spring and St. Patrick’s Day.
• Kids love to help make these treats!

🔑 Key Ingredients

There are only 4 ingredients needed for this recipe:

• Butter. If you use salted butter, it helps to cut down on the sweetness of the cereal and marshmallows. If you only have unsalted butter, add about ¼ teaspoon of salt.
• Marshmallows. Marshmallow treats work best if you use fresh marshmallows. If you only have stale, you can try putting a slice of bread into the marshmallow bag and sealing it. They may soften up after a day or two. But, for the best results, use fresh marshmallows.
• Vanilla Extract. For a little warm flavor.
• Cereal. You can use name brand Lucky Charms or a store brand.

⭐️ Tips for Making Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats

These sweet cereal bars are super easy to make. Here are just a few tips:

• Be sure to stir the gently when you add the cereal to avoid crushing the marshmallows and cereal.
• Also be sure to press gently into the pan to avoid dense and hard bars.
• If you’re looking for a little something extra, try saving some marshmallows from the cereal to press into the top of the bars, drizzle with white chocolate or add sprinkles.
• Try flavored Lucky Charms or flavored marshmallows for another variation.

❓ Can I make these in the microwave?

Sure! Add the butter and marshmallow to a microwave safe bowl. Heat in 30 second increments, stirring between each, until melted and smooth. Continue with the recipe as written.

Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats

5 from 3 votes

Celebrate spring with these easy Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats. A nearly 1:1 cereal to marshmallow ratio makes them extra gooey.

Servings 12

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

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Ingredients

 

• 6 tablespoons salted butter (plus more for pan)
• 16 ounces miniature marshmallows (8 ½ cups)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 9 cups Lucky Charms cereal

Instructions

 

• Generously butter a 9×13 inch baking dish. Set aside.
• In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat. If the heat is up too high, your marshmallow treats may end up hard. Melt it low and slow together.
• Add the mini marshmallows and heat, stirring often until melted and smooth.
• Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Mix well and gently stir in the cereal.
• Using a piece of parchment paper or a buttered rubber spatula, gently press the treats into prepared pan. Allow to set for 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
• Store at room temperature in an airtight container and eat within 3 days for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

The calories shown are based on the recipe making 12 bars, with 1 serving being 1 cereal bar. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information.**

Nutrition

Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 255mg | Potassium: 64mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 937IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 6mg

Author Julie Clark

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Calories 274

Keyword bake sale, comfort food, spring recipe

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